Safeguarding

Safeguarding: It is the policy of the Catholic Church in England and Wales to report all allegations of abuse to statutory authorities, regardless of whether the abuse occurred recently or in the past, or whether the accused person is living or deceased. If you are concerned about the welfare of a child or adult at risk, do not delay in contacting the police, using 999 if a child or adult is believed to be in immediate danger. 
 

Child Protection -  In our Parish, we take seriously our responsibility for the protection of children and vulnerable & young people. We do our utmost to ensure a safe and secure environment for the provision of spiritual, catechetical and pastoral care, and activities in the Parish.

We will liaise with statutory agencies to ensure that any allegation of abuse is dealt with promptly and properly, any victim is supported and any perpetrator is held to account. All groups in the Diocese are committed to establishing high standards of practice.

Anyone with concerns about a child or vulnerable adults in this Parish or who requires information on our procedures should contact one of the following.

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Parish Safeguarding Contacts:

Fr Arbo Lekule (Parish Priest)
01795 472619

​Parish Safeguarding Representative: Joanne Kavanagh 

Email: [email protected])

Our Diocesan Officers are as follows:

R.C Diocese of Southwark Safeguarding Office
Episcopal Vicar for Safeguarding - Rev John Diver
Head of Safeguarding - Mary-Jane Crowley
Religious Advisor for Safeguarding - Sister Jane Bertelsen

Tel: 020 7261 1606
Email: [email protected]

Address: 
Safeguarding Office
St Gabriel’s House
Westminster Bridge Road
London
SE1 7FQ

Other useful contacts:

Child Protection Emergency Helpline
020 8697 6006

Childline Free Helpline (24 hours a day)
0800 1111

Churches Child Protection Advisory Service Helpline
01322 660011

NSPCC (24 hours a day)
0800 800 500